Rumicolca, Huarcapay

4.6

#56 of 77 in Historic Sites in Cusco Region

Historic Walking Area · Hidden Gem · Ruin

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4.6

By willowbrooksam

A gate way probably created by Wari and built upon by Incas. Traffic to and fro Cuzco was through this. Probably toll was collected. Taking gold or silver out of Cusco was forbidden and people were..... more

A gate way probably created by Wari and built upon by Incas. Traffic to and fro Cuzco was through this. Probably toll was collected. Taking gold or silver out of Cusco was forbidden and people were..... more »
By Cracovian

Despite being pretty tall, the structure is not very visible from the entrance to Piquillacta and I almost doubted it was there. There is not loads to it, and unfortunately you can’t climb up the...

Despite being pretty tall, the structure is not very visible from the entrance to Piquillacta and I almost doubted it was there. There is not loads to it, and unfortunately you can’t climb up the... more »
By vitorbabrazil

This construction served as sort of customs control for the Incas in the south of Cusco towards Puno. It is very interesting to see and can easily be combined with visiting the lake nearby.

This construction served as sort of customs control for the Incas in the south of Cusco towards Puno. It is very interesting to see and can easily be combined with visiting the lake nearby. more »

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By Daniel O'Shea

I like this archaeological site. A Wari (Huari) aqueduct that was once used to take water to the archaeological complex of Pikillaqta. Later modified by the Incas (maybe used as a control point), the site also accommodates a section of Capac Ñan (Inca imperial road) connecting Cusco to the Collasuyu quarter of Tahuantinsuyu (Inca empire). Take time to look carefully around this site as there are many hidden secrets to be found...and please, don't climb on the walls!

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By David Rodriguez

These are Wari constructions that were improved by the Incans. There are three pyramids that acted as an aqueduct to the nearby city of Pitillakta. You can see Incan stone and wari stone.

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By David Mann

Great opportunity to see Wari construction with Inca improvements. Parking is close, easy walk to the structure, particularly enjoyed seeing the Cusco - Puno Inca highway. Short climb to take it all in. Free.

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By Juan Almonacid

The history shows part of itself. Big walls for know about the Waris and Inkas. It's a short space but it's epic .

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By Todd Durrant

There is no entrance fee and just a pullover off of the road to see this cool, ancient structure that mixes megalithic stone blocks and the more patchwork style.

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